Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Engineer to develop next-gen algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates with NASA, IBM Research, and MIT to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Enjoy cutting-edge resources, flexible hybrid work, and equity in a company valued at $2B+.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error mitigation protocols for NISQ-era quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams on quantum circuit optimization
- Lead research publications in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Build scalable quantum simulation frameworks
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum programming
- Secure patents for novel quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years experience with Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Publication record in Nature/Science journals preferred
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level quantum hardware interfaces
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, AWS Braket)
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts to practical implementations